In a post-match revelation, Erik ten Hag sheds light on the touchline confrontation with Anthony Martial, unraveling the intricacies of Manchester United's 1-0 loss to Newcastle.
Manchester United's manager, Erik ten Hag, delves into the incident that saw him vociferously engage with Anthony Martial on the touchline during the team's recent 1-0 defeat against Newcastle. Martial's subpar performance at St James' Park led to his early substitution in the second half, with Rasmus Hojlund taking his place after a mere 61 minutes on the field.
Amidst a challenging season for the French forward, marked by a solitary goal and one assist in 12 Premier League fixtures, tensions flared during the Newcastle encounter. Ten Hag's animated interaction with Martial became a focal point, capturing the manager's fervent attempt to invigorate the team.
When questioned about the incident post-match, Ten Hag clarified that the confrontation was not solely directed at Martial but aimed at galvanizing the entire team. "It's not about Antony Martial. It's about the team. I tried to energize the team, to get a reaction from the team," explained Ten Hag. Acknowledging the challenging period his team was navigating, the manager emphasized the inherent intensity of coaching, attributing his impassioned approach to the pursuit of a collective response.
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